Ages 18+ • 3 Hours
Discover Baltimore’s Thai Street Food cooking class, where you’ll handcraft authentic dishes like Chicken and Eggplant Skewers and savor them alongside new friends in a lively, interactive setting. This culinary adventure offers a hands-on taste of Thailand right in the city.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
3 hours
Fitness Level
No special physical fitness required; suitable for all skill levels and ages 18+
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History
Baltimore’s culinary landscape has been shaped by waves of immigration, with Thai cuisine recently becoming a growing favorite among locals and visitors alike.
Conservation
The studio sources fresh, locally available produce when possible, minimizing waste and supporting regional farmers.
Baltimore Chef Shop
Ages 18+ • 3 Hours
Baltimore Chef Shop is a Baltimore, Maryland culinary studio offering hands-on cooking classes, week-long teen camps, and ingredient kits for home preparation. The shop specializes in collaborative, skill-building experiences that range from 3-hour Parent and Me sessions to week-long Around the World teen camps. Classes include Parent and Me: Baking Basics, Parent and Me: Sushi, Parent and Me: Pies, Couples Cook: Sushi, Couples Cook: Regional Mexican Cuisine, Classic Italian Desserts, Hearty Seasonal Soups, Summer Party Desserts, and a Café Brunch ingredients kit. Students learn foundational techniques such as knife skills, pastry methods, and kitchen safety while preparing recipes like biscuits, scones, muffins, key lime pie, brown-butter peach upside-down cake, roasted butternut squash soup, coconut lentil soup, cannoli, tiramisu, and sushi. Pastry chefs lead focused dessert workshops and all equipment is provided for select classes like sushi. Many classes run approximately three hours; kits and some experiences may be shorter. Sessions culminate in sit-down meals or opportunities to take creations home, and participants are often invited to bring a favorite beverage. Programs accommodate young chefs aged 8–17 in Parent and Me formats and offer teen-focused summer camps exploring global cuisines. Baltimore Chef Shop emphasizes a safe, supportive learning environment appropriate for beginners through advanced home cooks. The shop’s mix of classes, camps, and kits makes it a practical choice for families, couples, and teens seeking immersive culinary education in Baltimore.
Reservations are available through the Baltimore Chef Shop website or by contacting the studio directly for class schedules and gift options.
Location
Baltimore, MD
Classes held in Baltimore, Maryland
Young Chefs
Ages 8–17
Parent-and-Me classes for kids and guardians
Class Lengths
1–3 hours
Hands-on sessions and ingredient kits vary
Experiences Offered
11 unique classes
Cooking classes, camps, and ingredient kits
See class schedules, check age requirements, and secure a spot in a hands-on workshop, teen camp, or ingredient kit experience.
Arrive Hungry and Ready
Come with an appetite and an open mind; the hands-on cooking requires active participation and you’ll want to enjoy every bite.
Wear Comfortable Clothes
Dress casually in clothes you don’t mind getting a bit messy, as you’ll be handling sauces and ingredients throughout the class.
Notify Allergies in Advance
If you have food allergies or dietary restrictions, inform the organizers ahead of time to ensure a safe and enjoyable experience.
Bring a Notepad
Jot down recipes and tips during the class to recreate your favorite dishes at home.
Apron
Protects your clothes while cooking and makes cleanup easier.
Comfortable Shoes
You’ll be standing for most of the class, so supportive footwear is recommended.
Reusable Water Bottle
Stay hydrated throughout the cooking session.
Notebook and Pen
Useful for taking notes on techniques and recipes.